INTRODUCTION
SERIAL
NUMBER
LOCATION
The
engine's
model
and
serial
number
are located
on
a nameplate
mounted
on
the
side
of
the water
jacketed
exhaust manifold.
The
engine's
serial
number
is also found stamped in
the engine
block
on
a flat surface
just
above the
the side oil fill opening.
Take
time to enter this inform-
ation below
on
the illustrated nameplate.
50
HZ.
60HZ.
I
An identification plate
on
the top
of
the engine air intake also
displays the engine model and serial number.
CARBON
MONOXIDE
DETECTOR
WESTERBEKE recommends mounting a carbon monoxide
detector in the vessels living quarters.
Carbon
monoxide,
even
in
small
amounts,
is deadly.
The presence
of
carbon monoxide indicates an exhaust leak
from the engine
or
generator
or
from the exhaust
elbow/exhaust hose,
or
the fumes from a nearby vessel are
entering your boat.
If
carbon monoxide is present, ventilate the area with clean
air and correct the problem immediately!
NOTE:
A carbon monoxide warning decal
has
been provided
by WESTERBEKE. Affix this decal
in
a visible position
in
the
engine
room.
UNDERSTANDING
THE
DIESEL
ENGINE
The diesel engine closely resembles the gasoline engine,
since the mechanism is essentially the same. The cylinders
are arranged above a closed crankcase; the crankshaft is
of
the same general type as that
of
a gasoline engine; and the
diesel engine has the same types
of
valves, camshaft, pistons,
connecting rods and lubricating system.
Therefore, to a great extent, a diesel engine requires the
same preventive maintenance as a gasoline engine. The
most important factors are proper ventilation and proper
maintenance
of
the fuel, lubricating and cooling systems.
Replacement
of
fuel and lubricating filter elements at the
time periods specified is a must, and frequent checking for
contamination (that is, water, sediment, etc.) in the fuel
system is also essential. Another important factor is the use
of
the same brand
of
high detergent diesel lubrication oil
designed specifically for diesel engines.
The diesel engine does differ from the gasoline engine,
however, in its method
of
handling and firing
of
fuel. The
carburetor and ignition systems are done away with and in
their place is a single
component-
the fuel injection pump -
which performs the function
of
both.
ORDERING
PAins
Whenever replacement/service parts are needed, always
provide the generator model number, engine serial number,
and generator serial number as they appear
on
the silver and
black name plate located
on
the generator end. You must
provide us with this information so we may properly identify
your generator set. In addition, include a complete part
description and part number for each part needed (see the
separately furnished Parts List). Also insist upon
WESTERBEKE packaged parts because willfit or generic
parts are frequently not made to the same specifications as
original equipment.
SPARES
AND
ACCESSORIES
Certain spares will
be
needed to support and maintain your
WESTERBEKE generator. Your local WESTERBEKE
dealer will assist you in preparing an inventory
of
spare parts.
See the
SPARE
PARTS
page in this manual. For Engine and
GeneratorAccessories, see the ACCESSORIES brochure.
INSTALLATION
MANUAL
Publication #43400 provides detailed information for
installing generators.
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